Clarkdale can now show off five landslide victories after their most recent match on Tuesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Newton Tigers a 12-0 shutout. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Clarkdale also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2017.
Ava Mosley looked comfortable as she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Presleigh Eakes was a standout: she went 2-for-2 with four RBI, a stolen base, and a run. Another player making a difference was Makayla Hopkins, who scored three runs while going 2-for-4.
Clarkdale is on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 9-7 record this season. As for Newton, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clarkdale will take on West Lauderdale at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. West Lauderdale will roll in looking for their 12th straight win, something Clarkdale surely won't give up without a fight. As for Newton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Heidelberg at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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